Why in the News? Findings of the AIIMS medical board Legal and ethical significance Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971 ● Purpose: Regulates conditions under which pregnancy termination is legally permitted in India. ● 2021 amendment: Extended the upper limit for termination in certain categories from 20 weeks to 24 weeks. ● Medical boards:…
Why in the News? Features of the National Lok Adalat Significance of Lok Adalats Lok Adalat in India● Constitutional basis: Linked to Article 39A of the Constitution, which promotes equal justice and free legal aid.● Legal framework: Established under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.● Nature of awards: Decisions of Lok Adalats are final and…
Why in the News? Growth of the GLP-1 drug market Significance and health implications GLP-1 drugs and obesity management ● GLP-1 drugs: A class of medicines used for blood sugar control and weight management. ● Common drugs: Includes Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, and Liraglutide. ● Benefits: Help reduce blood glucose, delay gastric emptying, and promote weight loss….
Why in the News? Key findings of the report Challenges and recommendations Education reforms in India● Right to Education Act, 2009: Guarantees free and compulsory education for children aged 6–14 years.● NEP 2020: Focuses on holistic education, multidisciplinary learning, and improved learning outcomes.● UDISE+: Unified District Information System for Education Plus tracks school infrastructure and…
Why in the News? Key findings of the report Concerns and implications MGNREGS● Launch: Introduced in 2005 as a rights-based rural employment programme.● Objective: Guarantees 100 days of wage employment annually to rural households demanding unskilled work. ● Legal entitlement: Employment is demand-driven, and failure to provide work requires payment of unemployment allowance.● Key significance:…
Why in News ? Bangladesh is witnessing a severe measles outbreak, with 12 more child deaths reported in 24 hours. Rising infections, testing kit shortages, and declining immunisation coverage have raised concerns over the country’s public health preparedness. Rapid Spred Of Measles Across Bangladesh: Public Health Challenges And Vaccine Concerns About Measles And Immunisation :● …
Why in News ? The Supreme Court, while hearing the Sabarimala review reference, expressed concern over growing judicial intervention in religious matters and debated the balance between religious autonomy, constitutional morality, and protection of fundamental rights. This debate on judicial review scope parallels ongoing discussions in environmental jurisprudence regarding state intervention. Supreme Court’s Concerns On…
Why in News ? The Supreme Court expressed concern over increasing judicial intervention in religious matters while hearing cases linked to the Sabarimala review proceedings and the constitutional validity of practices like excommunication in religious communities. Supreme Court’s Concerns Over Judicial Intervention: Debate Around Excommunication And Religious Rights ○ Community spaces ○ Burial…
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court questioned the speedy appointment of Election Commissioners compared to delays in appointing Supreme Court judges while hearing petitions challenging the CEC and EC (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023. Supreme Court’s Key Observations : Concerns Over Election Commissioner Appointment Process ○ Prime…
Why in News ? The Supreme Court recently ruled that a medical negligence case does not automatically end after the death of the accused doctor. Legal heirs can be implemented in proceedings for claims involving financial loss linked to the deceased doctor’s estate. This ruling clarifies the scope of ex post facto liability in civil…